The latest Iran-Hormuz crisis has accelerated gulf states’ efforts to build pipelines, ports and rail links that bypass the world’s most important oil chokepoint, reshaping regional trade flows and potentially altering tanker demand for decades

Vessel movements at Kuwait’s Shuaiba Port remain suspended for both inbound and outbound traffic due to safety reasons

The UK’s prosecution of Ajay Pant, captain of the seized shadow fleet tanker Smyrtos, is shaping up to become a landmark sanctions case that could test whether individual seafarers can be held criminally liable for their role in Russia’s shadow fleet operations. David Hammond, founder and executive director of Human Rights at Sea International attended Southwark Crown Court as an independent observer, and reports on the case for Lloyds List

UAE’s Fujairah and Khor Fakkan port activities and business operations are proceeding effectively and without disruption

Shipowners are retreating into dark transits as renewed US-Iran hostilities choke traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears that Tehran could expand its campaign beyond shipping to target the gulf’s critical oil export infrastructure.

Port access, cargo operations alongside vessels at berth, and other port activities continue as normal. ISPS Level is now 2

The Hormuz crisis could also pose a significant distraction for authorities and defence firms, leaving surveillance gaps elsewhere

Missile strikes on two tankers, a renewed US blockade of Iran and the suspension of Hormuz transit permissions have shattered a fragile post-ceasefire recovery, returning the world’s most important oil chokepoint to a critical security footing

US confirms blockade on Iranian ports will be reinstated as the weeks-old ceasefire unravels

Commander Robert Brovdi claims 27 vessels were struck in the latest round of drone attacks launched by Kyiv